Airport Comparison
| IAH | WYS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport | Yellowstone Airport |
| IATA Code | IAH | WYS |
| ICAO Code | KIAH | KWYS |
| City | Houston | West Yellowstone |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 96 ft | 6,649 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.980000, -95.340000 | 44.690000, -111.120000 |
Houston (IAH) to West Yellowstone (WYS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Yellowstone Airport (WYS) in West Yellowstone, United States is 2,142 kilometers (1,331 miles / 1,157 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 09:59 in Houston, it's 08:59 in West Yellowstone.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,553 feet between the two airports. Yellowstone Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from West Yellowstone (WYS) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 134° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) and Yellowstone Airport (WYS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.